A Comprehensive Guide to the 2025 Golden Globes
The prestigious Golden Globe Awards are set to return for their 82nd instalment in January 2025. The ceremony, known for honouring exceptional talent in film and television, will be held at the iconic Beverly Hilton in California.
The annual event, which has been a highlight on the entertainment calendar since 1944, is considered by many as the gateway to the award season. It captures global attention, not only for its glamorous red carpet arrivals but also for its recognition of the industry’s most remarkable achievements of the year. This year, hopes are high for many stars to walk away with the golden statue.
Recently, actors Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominees for the 2025 Golden Globes. Among the nominees are revered actors such as Denzel Washington, Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande, Donald Glover, and Kathy Bates. The film “Emilia Pérez” leads the pack with ten nominations, while the most nominated television show is “The Bear”, with five nods. The categories range from best motion picture (for drama or musical/comedy), best original song, best television series (for drama or musical/comedy), and the recently added cinematic box office achievement.
A star-studded line-up is expected at the event with the likes of Oprah Winfrey, Andrew Garfield, Jennifer Coolidge, Kerry Washington, Elton John, and many more scheduled to present the awards. Furthermore, the event will honour Viola Davis and Ted Danson with special awards.
When and Where to Watch the 2025 Golden Globes?
The 82nd Annual Golden Globes will air on Sunday, Jan. 5 at 5 p.m. PT/ 8 p.m. ET. The ceremony airs on CBS this year, as part of a five-year deal the network signed to broadcast the Golden Globes in 2024. For cord-cutters, CBS can be accessed through DirectTV, FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV and YouTube TV, all of which offer free trials.
Streaming the 2025 Golden Globes
For those who prefer to stream the event, Paramount+ with Showtime is offering live and on-demand streaming of the show. Those who have Paramount+ with any other plan can stream the event the next day on demand. Paramount+ is currently offering a seven-day free trial.
Host and Presenters of the 2025 Golden Globes
The 2025 Golden Globes will witness history as Comedian Nikki Glaser becomes the first woman to host the ceremony solo. Despite expressing her excitement and nervousness about hosting, Glaser, who is also nominated for best performance in a stand-up comedy on television for her HBO special “Someday You’ll Die”, is looking forward to the challenge.
The list of presenters is equally impressive, featuring names such as Andrew Garfield, Anthony Mackie, Anthony Ramos, Anya Taylor-Joy, Ariana DeBose, Aubrey Plaza, Auliʻi Cravalho, Awkwafina, Brandi Carlile, Catherine O’Hara, Colin Farrell, Colman Domingo, Demi Moore, Dwayne Johnson, Édgar Ramírez, Elton John, Gal Gadot, Glenn Close, Jeff Goldblum, Jennifer Coolidge, Kaley Cuoco, Kate Hudson, Kathy Bates, Ke Huy Quan, Kerry Washington, Margaret Qualley, Melissa McCarthy, Michael Keaton, Michelle Yeoh, Miles Teller, Mindy Kaling, Morris Chestnut, Nate Bargatze, Nicolas Cage, Rachel Brosnahan, Rob McElhenney, Salma Hayek Pinault, Sarah Paulson, Seth Rogen, Sharon Stone, Vin Diesel, Viola Davis, and Zoë Kravitz.
With all the anticipation and excitement surrounding the event, the 2025 Golden Globe Awards promises to be a visual treat for film and television enthusiasts worldwide. As we countdown to the ceremony, the question remains – who will the golden statue favour this year?